How and When to use Hydrocortisone (Acecort, Ala-cor, Plenadren) - Doctor Explains

Welcome back to How To Medicate and welcome to this video where we will cover everything you need to know about hydrocortisone. This video is part of a video series on your skin. We will cover all kinds of skin related problems and drugs. So for more skin related videos check out this playlist:
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Generic name: Hydrocortisone.
Brand names: Acecort, Ala-cor and Plenadren.
Available as an ointment, cream, tablet, capsule and injection.
How to use it?
Tablets or capsules: Swallow them whole with half a glass of water. Don’t break it and don’t chew on it. Take it before or after you ate something and do so at fixed times.
Ointment or cream: don’t apply it too thick, nor too thin. Wash your hands after you aplied it.
Duration of treatment?
The duration of the treatment depends on the indication for use: it can range from 2-3 weeks up to some cases where patients need to use hydrocortisone for life.
It is important that you do not interrupt the treatment and finish it completely.
When to use it?
Ointment and cream are used for skin-related problems like: Eczema, severe itching, inflammation of the skin and allergic skin reactions.
Tablets, capsules and injections are used as treatment in the following cases: problems with the production of corticoid hormones, severe increases of COPD or asthma or severe allergic reactions
What is the correct dosage?
Always use the dosage and frequency prescribed by your own doctor.
What are the side-effects?
Tablets and capsules: Very common (more than 10%): dizziness, headache, diarrhea, fatigue. Uncommon (0.1-1%): abdominal pain, nausea, itching, rash.
Ointment and cream: Thinning of the skin, allergic reaction, whitening of your skin and various other skin problems.
Safety:
It is safe to use with alcohol (in moderation), eat any type of food and drive your car while using this drug. However, hydrocortisone can have interactions with other drugs, which can be dangerous. Therefore always ask your prescribing physician if hydrocortisone is safe for you.
Furthermore if you are using this drugs for a longer time, than it can have additional risks when you quit suddenly or are exposed to very stresfull situations. Discuss this with your prescribing doctor.
Pregnancy and Lactation:
Hydrocortison can be dangerous when pregnant or breast feeding. So if you are pregnant or breastfeeding discuss this very clearly with your doctor.
- Disclaimer: this video and the comments are meant purely informational! This is not medical advice! If you are looking for medical advice always contact your own doctor. -
Literature:
1: Farmacotherapeutisch Kompas. (2020). Hydrocortison (systemisch).
2: Apotheek.nl. (2020). Hydrocortison.
3. Multum C. (2020). Hydrocortisone Topical.
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[@mr.skitttlezz1945]

I really enjoy these 5 minute videos it gives you some knowledge on something you wouldn't have known before

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Mr.Skitttlezz, That is the general idea! I am happy to inform you.

[@juliagomez5188]

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[@janicemillican9754]

Thanks Doc Great video. Stay safe, be well.

[@howtomedicate]

Thanks Janice! Have a good week!

[@islandgyal3730]

Too cute!!😍😄👨‍⚕️ Great vid!👍🏽

[@teamschs6953]

Hydrocortisone is the best ointment for my dermatitis and starts working immediately! Very soothing and stops itching as well

[@nm6818]

Do you get any side effects?

[@ChristopherGray00]

well the anti inflammatory and itch goes away immediately but also there are longer term effects that change gene expression which results in even more therapeutic benefit, so if you use it maybe once every 3 days topically you will get an even better result than just short term usage.

[@victoriakargbovi6938]

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[@printerpaper95]

The wolf of wall street book on the back shelf makes me feel excited about hydrocortisone

[@r.g6170]

I like the video doesnt waste my time. every word is relevant and straight to the point. thanks.

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Rammie, Thank you for your kind words! I am happy to hear my video was helpful.

[@gerardkeaveny9746]

Yes no silly background music breath of fresh air

[@nyakanahope4422]

Thanks Doctor

[@nyakanahope4422]

Thanks Doctor

[@bluemoon9501]

Would hydrocortisone help with razor burn?

[@abrehamterefe]

Thank you doc

[@nora7372]

Thx a lot doc😍 So, if it whitens my skin I should stop using the cream?

[@Jegath2004]

Excellent doc Jesus bless you Thanks a lot

[@howtomedicate]

You are most welcome!

[@akawamartin6852]

Evng Dr God bless you .plz i jas wanted to ask I have eczema at my legs and I have be used betasone ointment 0.1% but I can not find it at the famas . which another ointment Can you tell me that wrkngs like betasone ointment plz help me sir

[@lodassochannel1407]

Hi doctors I apply it around neck and dark circle with vesiline petroleum jelly . Is it ok . And for how much time it should remain applied

[@RovexHD]

For genital intertrigo should you combine it with zinc oxide cream ?

[@Tapirtersakiti]

I was injected hydrocortisone 200mg 6 days ago.. because of pneumonia and asthma , at that time , i can see my skin feels calm , less redness , less pores, less oily , no new acne .. and now after 6 days.. my acne come again😂

[@PankajKumar-qs6ol]

Is it use full for frenulum stretching ?

[@gabrielepaccione6850]

Does it work with staph infection also can you cover it with gaz wrap ?

[@munaahmed564]

Can I apply it to reduce a scar

[@gabrielepaccione6850]

Also how long should you keep it on for

[@Bucketmo]

Can you use this on your face ?

[@manvirsingh6229]

Which drug I should use for small red pimple from shaving

[@reyjean]

Doc, does it helps to heal Granuloma in ear?

[@LinDa-vx3ly]

What about thinning of the skin of the lips? Is that a serious side effect to consider when using hydrocortisone cream for eczema on the lips?

[@HemaHema-nr1wl]

Hi, doctor I put some scrub on my face i got an allergy on my face, how can reduce it?

[@edgarpalaolanu9551]

You are so handsome id love to learn anything from you! Thank you for illustrating us 🙏

[@howtomedicate]

Thanks! Happy to help.

[@Cricwitheditz]

Can it helpsin hyper pigmentation

[@hungabunabunga3645]

Dose it help lichen planus ?

[@theroyal8792]

can use it at private area?

[@VictorMwinzi]

Should 'hydrocortisone acetate Opthalmic Suspension' be white? I'm afraid yo use these eye drops because they are white and not colourless.

[@margretnyirenda7707]

May i know what are the side effects of using the expired cream

[@karthicka17]

Can you use it for dermatitis?

[@slyn9717]

Can i use it for arm acne?

[@ChristopherGray00]

hydrocortisone is an amazing topical drug for the extreme eczema on my ear, if i make sure to apply it often, once every 2 or 3 days then it it is completely gone, although sometimes i forgot to apply it for about a week and start to realize my ear eczema comes back and it makes it hard to sleep with the itchiness pain and inflammation.

[@Finnto]

How about i use honey does it work?

[@SandiSandi639]

Can i buy this over the counter?

[@jnthansuarez]

Doc can i used it for my hemorhoids

[@shameararout7912]

Can u use hydrocortisone cream remove dry wax in ear

[@carlitocallos5824]

Can i use for hemorrhoids?

[@Timootimoo00]

Will this work on angular chelitis?

[@trillionsigntv5651]

I have a swollen punch under my eye what can I do to reduce the swollen it

[@livialika08]

Hi thank you for the advice, do you know what I should use for my face it gets REALLY dry and irritated really easily.

[@LiaqatAli-qp4ql]

Can it reduce swelling lips nd cracking due to angular cheilitis?

[@coburna5]

It’s a good thing you have your stethoscope on to explain to us about hydrocortisone.

[@jaxnorthmusic7863]

Do you rub it in or leave it on the skin?

[@aishathmahoosha2830]

I used astrocort and went out to the sun. And now i have a sunburn. Is this a problem?

[@chamari1835]

Doctor please give me some solution for darkening around my mouth.please😥😥

[@derekokoro8669]

Can I use it for razor bumps?

[@evondalebaptist3987]

The ointment helps a lot with my acne.

[@aim3n732]

How did you use it??

[@ZoliRza]

Did it help with scarring?

[@dhruvkeesoon4142]

@@ZoliRza yes gradually but eventually it erase scarring

[@chathu1212]

How to use it for acne?

[@jxosomiss]

what brand did yoy use

[@57tigey]

what would be the effects of hydrocortisone administered via pill form on squamous carcinoma lung cancer?

[@amala2573]

Please help me .I have one ulcer under my tongue the doctor prescribed hydrocortisone tablet .10 tablets for two days .I'm afraid if it can affect my health.please tell me before I take it

[@maheshray1081]

Can we leave it overnight

[@user-xt3hz2op2k]

Hello doctor,my skin got bane and it's itching is it's ok to use hydrocortisone

[@lauratrujillo5494]

Can I use Diferin Adapalane while I’m using treatment for my eczma(Hydrocortisone)? And how 😩? Thanks you’re so incredible

[@hebahsalem1486]

I'm using both and I'm fine.

[@ANKITHA_007]

How are you now

[@endadalton]

Can I use hydrocortisone on haemorrhoids

[@matthiasemmett6753]

So if i develop rash, should i continue taking hydrocortisone, or stop? Someone help.

[@HelamanGile]

I'm just wondering if I should add that to my medical emergency kit it's $0.50 tube that's not expensive

[@johnathanfernandez6836]

I had a rash on my balks for 3 months now don’t know what to do

[@ambermichealshotkinkyjo15]

What about worts

[@sharkyskrt5762]

yo just trying to find some help i just shaved my poodle dogs hair the hair was all tangled and and ugly i did it with a whole cutting razor i thought i did good but the next day it was just him scratching and crying and moving from spot to spot shaking and crying and he does have bald spots too and theres is a really bad rash by his tail and its inflamed and on his neck u see his skin and blood its bad can i apply this on his raw skin???

[@umelaila8049]

Can I use this cream on my skin polish burns hands or on my hair removal cream burn? Please reply sir Love from Pakistan 💖

[@Anonim02442]

I use the creme dor a few days now because i have very itchy bumps on my face. My dermatologist appointment is over a few weeks so i cant get any help rn. My doctor gave me the creme. I experience that the itching doesnt go away what can i do can i stop immediately or what

[@ianpearson8976]

Prednisone even at low dose made me feel itchiness. Hydrocortisone less side effects.

[@samiahelwani2451]

Hello,great video there!!! does the cream work for black spots from pimples?

[@maddy8264]

Hi doctor, can I use the hydrocortisone cream for pigmentation. My skin got pigmented using retinol

[@studioklex3269]

Did it work?

[@astridmedina9190]

Hi doctor god bless you Can I used it for sunburn at kids of 4 years old ? I need help plz

[@hungabunabunga3645]

I don’t think so, you need to check a pharmacist or a doctor

[@noaegyo]

hey doc! is it possible for you to speak on topical steroid withdrawal (TSW) and your thoughts on the condition and its’ effects? the tsw community is getting larger and louder and it would be great to hear the opinion of a professional!

[@BassandDrumsCc]

My body got worse after I stopped taking my shots for humera. I got inflammation bad

[@waqarahamad6981]

Price

[@gokriaak3694]

Hello Dr. Can it be use to treat hemorrhoids?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Gok, To my knowledge hydrocortisone can't be used to treat hemorrhoids. You could contact your doctor to ask for an appropriate treatment for hemorrhoids.

[@michaelrivas3849]

@@juliae2237 Does hydrocortisone hovicor can be used to treat hemorrhoids?

[@kokougo2676]

Hi doc! Can I use hydrocortisone on my face for irritation and rashes?

[@kingvon2485]

I use it on my face. Work wonders

[@ronskiecovers1903]

can this cure for acne or pimples too?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Ronskie, Other medication is used to treat acne/pimples.

[@livingalone5737]

got bitten by mites its so itchy,, and use hydrocortisone cream.

[@Yoshi99ff]

Hi doctor I can use hydrocortisone acetate BP on my lips ???

[@KBTrill]

Dexter's laboratory gone up

[@troystait8388]

R they riods

[@camillacardoso2973]

Can i use 2.5% cream on a 7 week old baby?

[@chelestinajulicharls8157]

My skin around eye are dry and itchy, should i put hydrocortisone cream around my eyes?

[@howtomedicate]

Hi Chelestina, It is best if you contact your own doctor and ask them for personal advice.

[@chelestinajulicharls8157]

@@howtomedicate alright, tq

[@nishavishwakarma7705]

How to apply on lips???

[@pk-th1vh]

Yess me too facing from lips inflammation chilities how to use it hydrocortisone

[@dtx.alejandro1972]

I have eczema in my neck and face and it feels like my skin will rip if I move my face

[@ANASANCHEZ-hh3cn]

AlexMenia I feel ur pain :’)

[@ANASANCHEZ-hh3cn]

If ur skin just drys and it hurts ask ur doc for triamcinolone ointment but, if your skin starts to open up and it feels likes it’s pure then ask for Hydrocortisone. (A tip for eczema in the face is don’t shower with hot water ur eczema will hate u it’s like it has a attitude and be careful with the type of fabric that touches your face ex: The type of fabrics that teddy bears are made of, sadly it will trigger your eczema)

[@gazster]

when i saw skin specialist he said to use eumovate ointment clear greasy cream around eye area for 7 to 10 day's twice a day. it's like the greasyness helps to keep skin soft, itchy free and also moisturise whilst having that protective barrier. it seems to work as right now eye skin feels smoothe, soft and not itchy, tight, red, flakey so it's like it healed over time with the cream.

[@feli___b]

I have vitiligo and I would like to depigment my skin, could you help me with this, please?

[@stephaeclarke1630]

You can use it, hydrocortisone 1% can be used

[@ELvida757]

Stephae Clarke can i use it for my lips my lips turned black from lip dermtits and if i itch it, it turns blacker and scaly

[@indeaashra8646]

Does hydrocortisone help with very small black heads and under the skin bumps on face ?

[@chriskuva]

Ask a dermatologist

[@fabriceirakoze5020]

Can put some on my lips, they’re really chapped I don’t know why

[@pk-th1vh]

Me too Do reply

[@carlogarcia209]

Can you put Hydrocortisone on tip of penis and around foreskin for Phimosis and how should u apply it?

[@jose4444]

For a sunburn in the face? Will this work?

[@bebo2490]

I put it on my face from a chemical burn. Seems to work

[@shemarforeign4096]

@@bebo2490hey I also have chemical burn on my face are you sure I can use it on my face your answer would be important to me

[@marichubugayong5242]

Pwde poba ito sa bapaso or rasches ng baby?

[@matthewparkerdixon]

the word you were looking for was effecacy. just a heads up. nice video

[@howtomedicate]

Thank you Matthew!

[@astrologersriuday1187]

I have Addison's Disease. Should I Eat Hydrocortisone 5mg Life--Long ?

[@ianpearson8976]

Go to a doctor, they will test your levels and decide how much you should take and prescribe it to you.

[@sadhanadhakal8466]

Can I go out after using this? I mean in sunlight.??

[@howtomedicate]

Hi imsadhana, Usually sunlight has no effect on the skin where you applied hydrocortisone. However, you could always discuss this with your prescribing doctor.

[@sadhanadhakal8466]

@@howtomedicate thanks♥

[@dikshayadav1073]

I am suffering from scabies can I use ?

[@sw-ri7bl]

Oooo no 😥 my daughter had that when she was younger

[@kennedybeal4001]

if i’m using this for my face , do i use it before i wash my face with my cleanser or after ?

[@kennedybeal4001]

i’m using the cream

[@patrickjaygutierrez8190]

is it advisable to use 1% hydrocortisone cream in whitening dark spots?

[@jxosomiss]

can this work for eczema? what brand do you use?

[@missesfrommorriell6342]

@@jxosomiss yes works for that. But I recommend 2.5% for that which has to be described

[@jxosomiss]

@@missesfrommorriell6342 hii im curious if it can prevent the dark spots that can occur due to eczema since my eczema often leaves a dark spot after and made my face worst :(( had go put a lot of concealer 😞

[@glennmarkivan8429]

Yong nabili kong cream na hydrocortisone sa doctor sobrang epektibo Isang pahid ko lang sa muka nawala agad yong pamumula ng eczema ko tas sa sumunod na araw natuklap yong nangapal na balat... Bilis gumaling basta wag muna kumain ng bawal para d na bumalik. Bawal inom alak, bawal: chocolate, coffe, mayonase, seasonings like toyo or magicsarap, bawang sibuyas, luya etc. manok, itlog at lahat ng maykasamang itlog, like cakes and pastries, mga isdang galing sa dagat alat, seafoods, crabs, shrimp, Tuna, bangus, smoke fish/ tinapa, tuyo or salted fish, tomatoes, chili, peper/lara, sytrus fruis like pongkan, dalandan, Orange, pomelo, manggo, pineapple kalamansi etc. Bawal din mga na process na food like delata, hotdog, cornbeaf, tocino, longganisa, etc. Ang pwede lang ay isdang tilapia at fresh meat bagong katay sa palengke tas pampalasa lang is asin.

[@glennmarkivan8429]

Pag sinunod nyo wag kumain ng bawal tas na maintain nyo na magaling kayo Ng 1 year or even 5months sigurado ako gagaling kayo at malabo na syang bumalik. Tas if sobrang mataas allergies nyo better na wag na Lang mag pasobra sa manok itlog at seafoods, chili at lahat ng maanghang na pagkain.

[@ian0634]

@@glennmarkivan8429 Hi Po...gumagamit pa ba kayu Ng cream? Or totally nawala na Po? :)

[@khairulmenor1896]

How to apply po?

[@crahuluk]

U look like a young version of Dr. House 🙄🙄😊

[@vipnetworker]

At 0:36 - WEIRD THUMB. 👍🏻

[@mikesmith7620]

I applied hydrocortisone onto my face and neck, the skin feels a little "tight", what's a good cream to use for itchy reactions and safely? Should I stop using hydrocortisone or continue applying on itchy areas? I could ask my doctor, but making sure with you too.

[@NuttedInYoMom]

Moisturize your skin first, and then apply hydrocortisone. It'll still work just fine

[@mikesmith7620]

@@NuttedInYoMom thank you! Do you prefer before or after showering before I apply both?

[@imeldapalermo2819]

@@NuttedInYoMom what name your using moisturizing please give me then I,'ll buy it.thank you

[@Veronica-678]

hi doc. hydrocortisone for upper lip burn marks, was prescribed by my doctor.

[@jxosomiss]

what brand did you use for burn? 🤗

[@raizylamet7042]

Hi Doctor, I hade a burn on my face I think from retinol and my dermatologist told my to apply Hydrocortisone ointment 2.5 twice a day on my face she didn’t mention how much and I started last night I applied quite thick layer and slept with it. The redness got much better but now I read that it can make the skin thin and I’m so nervous I applied again in the morning but got very nervous and washed it off... is it really bad for the face?

[@areebaqureshi6971]

Hey have ur mark gone now by using hydrocortisone???

[@royombrog2684]

Hello po natnggal po ba ung nsa mukha nio po

[@goatedjus]

Sunscreen

[@bpharmsolutionbykuldeep179]

Hiii sir recently my father had operation therefore for that pharmacist told to take hydrocortisone( Hisone) should be taken in morning one tab , afternoon one tab,and night one.But I have one doubt that tab we have to take before the food or after the food please tell me 🙏🙏🙏

[@howtomedicate]

Usually it is advised to take hydrocortisone before/during a meal. However if you worry it would be best to discuss this with you prescribing doctor or pharmacist.

[@bpharmsolutionbykuldeep179]

@@howtomedicate thank you doctor for giving this information

[@thefpvlife7785]

Oddly I'm using the cream on my covid rash which is the itchy blistery type. It's helping a bit.

[@JD-xq4gk]

Covid rash? From covid or the vaccine? Please elaborate?

[@chriskuva]

This is how misinformation is spread, there’s no such thing as a Covid rash.

[@user-rd4td7mv8w]

زمان فاسی

[@lyndonearlington5986]

Is this cream good for heat rash around my navel?

[@baraayasin5400]

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